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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu:

• Earliest: departs at 08:40 and lands at 11:09
• Latest: departs at 21:05 and lands at 23:34.

The flight takes about 2h 29m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu.

A direct flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu takes 2h 29m, covering 2,302 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu range from RM 514 to RM 1,028, with an average of RM 748 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 514 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the RM 748 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average RM 724 return, compared with RM 928 via a stopover through Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge RM 92–RM 408 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Scoot and AirAsia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Singapore to Kota Kinabalu flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 33%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about RM 471.

Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 70 for economy cars. Top options include:

• keddy by Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Europcar
• MKAZ
• Suria Car Rental

Flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Singapore Changi (SIN) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Singapore to Kota Kinabalu route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 58m.

Connecting flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu most commonly pass through:

• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 59% of one-stop connections
• Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) – 41% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu. Monday is the cheapest departure day at RM 702 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at RM 853, a difference of RM 151.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Scoot
• AirAsia

Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 39m, compared to 7h 30m via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Scoot: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Singapore Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Taxis are the only means of transport between the airport and Kota Kinabalu apart from private shuttles. Taxi coupons can be bought at the taxi counter in the arrivals hall and a fixed rate means there is no need to haggle. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre will be RM 30 (≈ S$ 10).

The Koohen Co at Kristal #1 is less than a kilometre from the airport, as well as being close to the beach, and features an airport shuttle for an additional charge. The State Residences The Loft @ Imago Mall also offer airport shuttles and is around 8 km from the airport.